SES launches 53rd satellite

The launch of the SES-6 satellite on board an ILS Proton Breeze M rocket is slated for lift-off at 15h18 Baikonur time on June 3, 2013 (11h18 CET, 5h18 EDT). SES-6 is the 53rd satellite in SES’ global fleet. The satellite is equipped with 43 C-band and 48 Ku-band transponders (36 MHz equivalent). It will enable the delivery of next generation broadcast services, including HD video distribution and mobile services, from its 40.5° West location in geostationary orbit, covering North America, Latin America, Europe and the Atlantic Ocean. More

(Source: Screen Africa - Jun 2)